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Radicchio is a member of the chicory family along with endive, escarole and dandelion.  Radicchio is usually eaten in salad, but try grilling it!  Chopped grilled radicchio also makes an excellent ingredient to add to a risotto with winter squash, to white beans, or as a garnish for polenta. Ingredients 2 small firm heads of[…]

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Brussels sprouts are in-season and great for you!   Here are a few of the benefits: A cancer-fighting cruciferous vegetable Anti-inflammatory food Cholesterol-lowering benefits Ingredients: 6 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced into 1/4-inch strips 6 ounces sprouted lentils, peas, adzuki, or other firm sprouts 1 1/2 Tbsp sesame or mustard oil 1/4 tsp cumin seeds 3[…]

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Cabbage!?!  I bet you didn’t know that cabbage actually helps you grow younger!  Eating cabbage is so good for you because cabbage is…. A cancer-fighting cruciferous vegetable Loaded with anti-aging antioxidants Is an anti-inflammatory food Has cholesterol-lowering benefits Can help you burn fat Knowing all of these great benefits of cabbage makes you want to[…]

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